One more day in Jamaica

We anchored off Black River, Jamaica, today and took a tour of 'hidden' Jamaica.  Narrow roads in the interior of the island, where we saw much beauty, met more wonderful people and enjoyed great reggae!

First in the morning, I found this looking at me:


Then we took a  Zodiac ride, watched frigate birds catch fish, and boarded a bus in Black River.
Flowers are everywhere in Jamaica and I think one could spend a lifetime capturing their beauty - cause each day it changes with the light and their growth.  This is a classic hibiscus, and must come in at least 7 different colors that I saw!

About midway through the trip, we stopped at a pub/bar/eatery and enjoyed fruits from the area, Bob Marley music and a very cute donkey.

This man sang with his heart and soul and loved every moment of the singing.  An infectious grin, a great deal of enthusiasm and a lot of Ya Mon's and we all got along quite well!


Finally, posted on the header above the bar inside were these rules for a happy relationship.  Our guide related that in a measurement of happiness of culture, Jamaicans are very near the top.  Interesting dynamic in a land of dwindling opportunities for the young folk and one in which the society is rapidly becoming matriarchal as the males seem to be lost.

Tomorrow is a day at sea as we make our way to Isle de Providencia for snorkeling or whatever else we do the next day!